Sales Trader - Futures and Options

The TP ICAP Group is a world leading provider of market infrastructure. Our purpose is to provide clients with access to global financial and commodities markets, improving price discovery, liquidity, and distribution of data, through responsible and innovative solutions. Through our people and technology, we connect clients to superior liquidity and data solutions. The Group is home to a stable of premium brands. Collectively, TP ICAP is the largest interdealer broker in the world by revenue, the number one Energy & Commodities broker in the world, the world’s leading provider of OTC data, and an award winning all-to-all trading platform. Founded in London in 1866, the Group operates from more than 60 offices in 27 countries. We are 5,200 people strong. We work as one to achieve our vision of being the world’s most trusted, innovative, liquidity and data solutions specialist.

About Liquidnet: Liquidnet is a next-generation agency execution specialist. Powered by technology that helps drive institutional alpha, our trading and liquidity network intelligently and securely connects the world’s investors with the world’s investments. Established in 1999 on the belief that there was a better way to trade, Liquidnet’s journey began with a vision to create a platform that goes beyond traditional transactional models. We wanted to build a community where traders could connect, collaborate, and execute trades with confidence. Over the years, we’ve grown from a vision into a thriving ecosystem that empowers the buy side in ways never before imagined. We are committed to making trading more efficient, intelligent, and accessible. Our purpose guides every decision we make, from the tools we develop to the relationships we nurture with our Members.

Role Overview: Liquidnet is looking for an experienced futures and options professional to work within their Global Listed Derivatives business on the London sales and trading desk. The team requires a motivated self-starter who has the skills and experience to support the existing client base as well as expand the listed derivatives offering to Liquidnet’s members and other institutional groups.

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide execution coverage to a range of clients across asset managers, hedge funds and banks across the listed derivatives universe.
• Promote Liquidnet’s listed derivatives offering across products such as roll seeker and pre-trade analytics.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients while proactively identifying and engaging prospective new clients.
• Maintain a strong understanding of new products and initiatives in futures and options markets, covering both exchange developments and execution strategies.
• Support Liquidnet’s risk and compliance aware culture and ensure you comply with group policies.
• Work closely with colleagues throughout the Liquidnet group to identify any cross selling opportunities for example in equities or fixed income.

Experience / Competences:

• At least two years of direct market, futures and options execution experience.
• Interest in financial markets and the trends driving the macro environment.
• Excellent understanding of exchange protocols and rules around crossing and block trades.
• Knowledge of the futures and options front to back process across execution and clearing including client onboarding.
• Specialism in either listed fixed income or equity index futures and options but comfortable executing either.
• Established relationships across a range of institutional accounts as well as non-bank liquidity providers.
• A confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills, capable of building effective relationships across internal teams and external clients.

• An Investment Bank FCM background would be beneficial, but not essential.
• Entrepreneurial mindset who can take ownership, help identify opportunities and drive ideas forward.
• Electronic trading experience especially around algorithmic trading.

Role Band & Level: Manager, 6

Not The Perfect Fit? Concerned that you may not meet the criteria precisely? At TP ICAP, we wholeheartedly believe in fostering inclusivity and cultivating a work environment where everyone can flourish, regardless of your personal or professional background. If you are enthusiastic about this role but find that your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every aspect of the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be the ideal candidate for this position or another opportunity within our organisation. Our dedicated Talent Acquisition team is here to assist you in recognising how your unique skills and abilities can be a valuable contribution. Don’t hesitate to take the leap and explore the possibilities. Your potential is what truly matters to us.

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